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R. Kelly

R. Kelly

contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "His music pulses with rhythmic tension, layering soulful melodies over steady grooves that evoke both passion and reflection."
R. Kelly's significance lies in his transformative impact on contemporary R&B and hip-hop, where he redefined the sonic landscape with a blend of sensuality and emotional complexity. His work has shaped listener expectations for narrative depth and vocal prowess in these genres, making him a figure whose influence resonates far beyond his own catalog.
R. Kelly's significance lies in his transformative impact on contemporary R&B and hip-hop, where he redefined the sonic landscape with a blend of sensuality and emotional complexity. His work has shaped listener expectations for narrative depth and vocal prowess in these genres, making him a figure whose influence resonates far beyond his own catalog. Employing a masterful approach to production and songwriting, R. Kelly often merges smooth melodies with intricate rhythms, crafting tracks that feel both intimate and expansive. His innovative use of layering vocals adds richness to his sound while pulling listeners into a space that feels personal yet universally relatable. This sonic craftsmanship has set a benchmark, inspiring countless artists to explore deeper thematic elements in their work. Lyrically, R. Kelly frequently navigates themes of love, desire, and vulnerability, employing a storytelling style that oscillates between sincerity and irony. His voice conveys raw emotion while also engaging in playful wordplay, creating a duality that invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences. This blend of earnestness and complexity makes his narratives resonate on multiple levels, with many songs feeling like conversations rather than mere performances.

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Discography

82 releases • 23 studio • 1992–2016
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Singles ()

Switch Up

Switch Up

2015

Backyard Party

Backyard Party

2015

My Story

My Story

2013

When a Man Lies

When a Man Lies

2012

Feelin' Single

Feelin' Single

2012

Share My Love

Share My Love

2012

Sign of a Victory

Sign of a Victory

2010

When a Woman Loves

When a Woman Loves

2010

Religious

Religious

2009

Number One

Number One

2009

Supaman High

Supaman High

2009

I Believe

I Believe

2008

Hair Braider

Hair Braider

2008

Flex

Flex

2008

All the Above

All the Above

2007

Speedin'

Speedin'

2007

Same Girl

Same Girl

2007

Burn It Up

Burn It Up

2006

Playa's Only

Playa's Only

2005

Trapped in the Closet

Trapped in the Closet

2005

Slow Wind

Slow Wind

2005

Wonderful

Wonderful

2004

U Saved Me

U Saved Me

2004

So Sexy: Chapter II

So Sexy: Chapter II

2004

Ignition (Remix)

Ignition (Remix)

2003

Hotel

Hotel

2003

Clubbin'

Clubbin'

2003

Snake

Snake

2003

Gigolo

Gigolo

2003

Step in the Name of Love

Step in the Name of Love

2003

Thoia Thoing

Thoia Thoing

2003

The World's Greatest

The World's Greatest

2002

Honey

Honey

2002

Contagious

Contagious

2001

I Wish

I Wish

2000

Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy

Only the Loot Can Make Me Happy

2000

Bad Man

Bad Man

2000

If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time

If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time

1999

Home Alone

Home Alone

1998

Friend of Mine

Friend of Mine

1998

Be Careful

Be Careful

1998

Did You Ever Think

Did You Ever Think

1998

Half on a Baby

Half on a Baby

1998

The Storm Is Over Now

The Storm Is Over Now

1998

Gotham City

Gotham City

1997

When a Woman's Fed Up

When a Woman's Fed Up

1997

Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)

Down Low (Nobody Has to Know)

1996

Thank God It's Friday

Thank God It's Friday

1996

I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)

I Can't Sleep Baby (If I)

1996

You Remind Me of Something

You Remind Me of Something

1995

Summer Bunnies

Summer Bunnies

1994

Your Body's Callin'

Your Body's Callin'

1994

Bump n' Grind

Bump n' Grind

1994

Dedicated

Dedicated

1993

Sex Me

Sex Me

1993

Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ)

Slow Dance (Hey Mr. DJ)

1992

Honey Love

Honey Love

1992

She's Got That Vibe

She's Got That Vibe

1992

Dedicated

Dedicated

1992

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